I have read many posts in this forum as well as other web sites describing snorkeling beaches. One of our primary activities on vacation is snorkeling (shore snorkeling not always having to go out on a boat). We do make a trip to St. John once a year for guaranteed excellent snorkeling regardless of the conditions. However, we always want to make one trip to someplace diffferent. From all I read about St. Martin, I know we will enjoy exploring this island and will probably stay at Oyster Bay Beach Resort. However, I keep reading contradictory information. I know that snorkeling conditions can vary day by day, but don't want to set myself up for always poor conditions. For example, I keep reading that Dawn Beach has good snorkeling but then read that there's plenty of wave action for surfers and windsurfers. That seems contradictory to me. If anyone has any first-hand experience snorkeling directly off any beaches, I would appreciate the info.